Christian
Classgap · Italy
- Upper intermediate (B2)
- 1 years teaching
- Other certificate
- Italian +3
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a day
- Speaks your language
$16/h
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Cheap German tutors under $17 an hour
The most affordable quarter of German tutors charge $17 per hour or less: 1,496 tutors across 11 platforms. For comparison, the overall median is $24. Trial lessons typically cost $0. Native speakers charge a median of $30 per hour, versus $23 for non-native tutors.
$13/h
Median / hour
$12–$16
Typical range
$0
Trial lesson
1,496
on 11 platforms
Compare German tutors
365 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Pablo
Nativeitalki · Germany
Learn to speak German - With a native Speaker // Aprende alemán hablando - Con un hablante nativo
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (18)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$12/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $9.00
Grace
Classgap · Italy
- Fluent (C2)
- 3 years teaching
- Other certificate
- Italian +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
Nadja
Nativeitalki · Germany
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English +4
- ★ 5.0 (18)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Kids
$15/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $8.00
Peter G.
Classgap · United States
Hi, I can teach also German according to your needs, let's start and enjoy learning.
- Upper intermediate (B2)
- 1 years teaching
- TEFL/TESOL certificate
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
Chris
Nativeitalki · Germany
Deutsch lernen im Gespräch
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- Spanish +1
- ★ 5.0 (17)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
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Anna
Classgap · Italy
- Upper intermediate (B2)
- 5 years teaching
- Other certificate
- Italian +1
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a day
- Exam prep
Christina
italki · Ukraine
Friendly certified German teacher with over 7 years of teaching experience
- Fluent (C2)
- 200+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- Russian +3
- ★ 4.9 (17)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Beginners
- Everyday admin & immigration
$15/h
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Alejandro
Classgap · Colombia
- Intermediate (B1)
- 5 years teaching
- Language degree
- Spanish +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
Sofiia
italki · Ukraine
- Fluent (C2)
- 500+ lessons
- Not listed
- Russian +3
- ★ 5.0 (16)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$13/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $8.00
Camila
Classgap · Peru
- Fluent (C2)
- 1 years teaching
- Other certificate
- Spanish +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
Peyman
Nativeitalki · Germany
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- Persian +1
- ★ 5.0 (14)
- Replies to 97% of messages
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
Ángela N.
Classgap · Colombia
- Intermediate (B1)
- 1 years teaching
- Other certificate
- Spanish +2
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a day
- Speaks your language
Kristine
Nativeitalki · Germany
Native German Speaker | Conversation Practice & Writing Feedback
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (12)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches B1–C1
- Speaks your language
$16/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.00
Alex
Nativeitalki · Thailand
Native speaker. Global traveler. 👋
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +4
- ★ 5.0 (12)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$12/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $8.00
Shahryar
italki · Türkiye
German Teacher | Beginner-friendly lessons & Goethe B2 preparation
- Fluent (C2)
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- Persian +1
- ★ 5.0 (12)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Kaya
Nativeitalki · Germany
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +3
- ★ 5.0 (12)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches A2–B2
- Speaks your language
$13/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.00
Nick
Nativeitalki · Germany
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 4.9 (13)
- Replies to 96% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
Dirk
Nativeitalki · Germany
BA in Applied Linguistics supports you with his expertise!
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +3
- ★ 4.9 (12)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
$14/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $10
Meggy
Nativeitalki · Germany
Let’s Talk in German – Step by Step Together
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +2
- ★ 4.8 (13)
- Replies to 93% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
Phil
Nativeitalki · Germany
Encouraging shorter lessons with a price cut!
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +2
- ★ 4.5 (15)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$16/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.55
Nico
Nativeitalki · Germany
Personalized German – Your Goals, Your Pace 🇩🇪
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +3
- ★ 5.0 (11)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$13/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.00
Carolin
Nativeitalki · Germany
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (11)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
$17/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.00
Daniel
italki · Paraguay
German and Spanish native language speaker with years of experience of teaching
- Fluent (C2)
- 500+ lessons
- Not listed
- Spanish +1
- ★ 4.8 (12)
- Replies to 97% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Kids
$17/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.90
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German tutors by platform
Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($17), while Tusclases / FindTutors offers the most choice (2,970 tutors). Number of tutors, median hourly price and trial policy on each marketplace.
| Platform | Tutors | Median / h | Middle 50% | Avg. rating | Trial lesson | Lesson length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 2,970 | $23 | $17–$28 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| italki | 967 | $23 | $17–$30 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Preply | 913 | $34 | $24–$47 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 50 min |
| Classgap | 374 | $24 | $18–$30 | 4.9★ | Free trial (20 min) | 60 min |
| Apprentus | 137 | $33 | $23–$46 | 4.9★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 108 | $28 | $13–$40 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| Tutor Hunt | 74 | $60 | $49–$77 | 4.9★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Verbling | 73 | $39 | $28–$45 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 60 min |
| Cafetalk | 46 | $17 | $12–$23 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| LanguaTalk | 29 | $39 | $33–$51 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 55 min |
| Wyzant | 26 | $58 | $46–$93 | 5.0★ | No trial; money-back guarantee on the first hour | 60 min |
How much German tutors charge
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
All tutors
$24Middle 50% between $17 and $34, 5714 tutors
Native speakers
$30Middle 50% between $21 and $41, 1693 tutors
Non-native
$23Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 4021 tutors
Prices by platform
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Tusclases / FindTutors
$23Middle 50% between $17 and $28, 2968 tutors
italki
$23Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 967 tutors
Preply
$34Middle 50% between $24 and $47, 913 tutors
Classgap
$24Middle 50% between $18 and $30, 374 tutors
Apprentus
$33Middle 50% between $23 and $46, 137 tutors
AmazingTalker
$28Middle 50% between $13 and $40, 108 tutors
Tutor Hunt
$60Middle 50% between $49 and $77, 74 tutors
Verbling
$39Middle 50% between $28 and $45, 72 tutors
Cafetalk
$17Middle 50% between $12 and $23, 46 tutors
LanguaTalk
$39Middle 50% between $33 and $51, 29 tutors
Wyzant
$58Middle 50% between $46 and $93, 26 tutors
Where German tutors are from
- Germany1,299 / 5,717
Austria146 / 5,717- Italy109 / 5,717
Spain77 / 5,717
Switzerland73 / 5,717- Ukraine63 / 5,717
Egypt54 / 5,717
Russia51 / 5,717
German tutors: FAQ
The cheapest quarter of German tutors in our directory charge $17 per hour or less (1,496 tutors). Community tutors and non-native speakers are usually the most affordable, and many offer discounted trial lessons.
Across 5,714 German tutors with a listed price, the median is $24 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $12 and $46 per hour.
Yes. The median trial lesson costs $0. Trials are offered on italki, Preply, Classgap, AmazingTalker, and Verbling, usually for 25–30 minutes, and some tutors give them for free.
We read the public profile of every tutor listed on the marketplaces we cover and refresh it daily. Prices are converted to US dollars at European Central Bank rates and normalised to a 60-minute lesson. Platforms can't pay to rank higher.
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How we collect this data
We collect public profile facts (name, photo, languages, price, rating) from tutoring marketplaces and refresh them daily. Prices are normalised to a 60-minute lesson in US dollars. Ratings and reviews belong to each marketplace. Subscription platforms have no per-tutor price.
Updated September 30, 2026
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